Lead SOC Analyst

SOC Shift Lead – Cyber Defence & Security 📍 Location: On-site, Hemel Hempstead 💰 Salary: £58K – £65K + Benefits 🛡 Security Clearance: Must be eligible for DV Clearance ⏳ Shifts: 2 Days (6AM-6PM), 2 Nights (6PM-6AM), 4 Days Off Lead the Future of Cyber Defence Join a high-performing Cyber Security team at the forefront of Aerospace, Defence, and National Security. We’re on a growth trajectory and looking for a SOC Shift Lead to take charge, drive innovation, and protect critical infrastructure. Your Impact: 🚀 Lead the SOC: Monitor, triage, and investigate security incidents to safeguard critical assets. 🔍 Threat Intelligence: Analyse network traffic, logs, and system events to detect vulnerabilities. 👥 People Leadership: Manage and mentor analysts, shaping the future of cyber defence. 🔧 Optimise Security Operations: Enhance SOC tools, improve detection rules, and refine security processes using MITRE ATT&CK. 🛠 Represent the SOC: Engage with key partners and stakeholders. What You Bring: ✔ SOC Expertise: Proven experience in Security Operations Centres with hands-on threat analysis. ✔ Leadership: Strong people management skills to mentor and develop teams. ✔ Tech Savvy: Knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK. ✔ Networking & Security: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, and enterprise security tools. Bonus Points for: 🎯 DV Clearance (or eligibility). 🎯 Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering skills. 🎯 Programming/Scripting (Python, PowerShell, C++, Bash, Perl). 🎯 Relevant SOC Certifications (CREST Practitioner, Blue Team Level 1, etc.). Why Join Us? 🌍 Work on mission-critical national security projects. 📈 Grow your career in an expanding Cyber Defence team. 💼 Great Benefits: 25 days annual leave (+ buy more!), pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and a flexible benefits fund. If you’re ready to take your SOC career to the next level, we want to hear from you! #CyberSecurity #SOC #Defence #SecurityOperations #Hiring If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three – five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch